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Children's Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled by Jerry Leigh of California Due to Strangulation Hazard

U.S. CPSCStrangulationFeb 4, 2009
Recalled Hooded Jacket
Recalled Hooded Jacket
Recalled Hooded Jacket
Recalled Hooded Jacket

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the ties from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Jerry Leigh of California for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

This recall involves the Harajuku Lovers Hooded Jackets with the RSL Hoodie & Lovers Leopard styles. The RSL Hoodie style has numerous pictures of girls riding motor scooters and the words "ready steady love" printed on it. The Lovers Leopard style has a leopard design in gray and black. "Harajuku Lovers" is printed on a tag sawn next to the care label.

Sold on

Nordstrom's, Macy's, and other retailers nationwide from August 2008 through January 2009 for about $75.

Contact the company

For additional information contact Jerry Leigh of California toll-free at (877) 800-0824, ext. 122, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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